data points · newsletter

August 2025

August 19, 2025

August 2025

Read the August e-newsletter HERE!

Texas has many reasons to be proud, one of them is the hard work happening every day in our public schools.

The newest STAAR® Reading Language Arts (RLA) results are in and grades 3 through 8 are scoring higher than ever. This success is the direct result of the dedication and determination of Texas students, educators, and families and it is paying off.

It is not just reading scores that are on the rise. Science and math scores improved in many grade levels, showing that progress is happening across subjects.

Despite the challenges and obstacles placed before them by TEA and many in the Texas legislature, Texas classrooms continue to inspire, proving what is possible when students are supported, teachers are empowered, and communities believe in public education.

Let us celebrate these wins and keep lifting up our students as they aim even higher.

Read the full report: TEA

Read the August e-newsletter HERE!

we’d love to hear from you

Contact Us

Send us your questions or express interest in supporting Friends of Texas Public Schools.

welcome aboard

2026-2027 Network Membership Sign-Up Form

School District Network Membership for the 2026-2027 school year.

HB 1495: 0% of your membership dues goes to directly or indirectly influence or attempt to influence the outcome of legislation or administrative action.

Pay Online: After submitting this form, you'll be redirected to complete your payment online.
Request an Invoice: After submitting this form, we'll email your invoice and W-9 to the primary contact provided.

let's build something

Tell us about your organization.

We'll review your submission and follow up to explore fit and next steps.

pull up a chair

Advisory Council — Nominate or Apply

Nominate a principal, assistant principal, or other campus or district leader — or put your own name forward.

the story is better with you in it

Join the Movement.

Three ways in — pick the one that fits you.